Abstract

*Dr. Pratibha Bhatt, Dr. Dinesh Kumar Goyal and Dr. Vipin Kumar Arora

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda means "Knowledge of Life" in Sanskrit (Ayu- Life; Veda- Knowledge). The unique aspect of Ayurveda is that it is not merely a list of diseases and medications. A run-through of the Ayurvedic literatures indicates that there are an abundance of concepts that are passionately embraced in every sphere of life. Samyata, or balance, is the most basic precept of Ayurveda. Balance among the body's constituents, such as Dosha, Dhatus, and Malas, is essential, as is balance between the body and nature / universe (lok purush samya siddhanta). According to Ayurveda ideology, there must be a balance between nature/universe and the self for both to work adequately. All natural disasters, calamities, epidemics, and pandemic diseases are the result of a disruption in the internal-external harmony. Janapadodhwamsa is an Ayurvedic concept that refers to the annihilation of a group of people or a community. It was given the name janapadodhwamsa by Acharya Charaka, who discussed its onset, causes, distinctive traits, and treatment in a separate chapter. It was named as Maraka by Acharya Sushruta and Janamaar by Acharya Bhela. Vayu (air), Jala (water), Desha (land), and Kaala (season) are the four components described as being needed for all living beings. The most crucial of these four components is Kaala. The most important reason for Janapadodhwamsa is Adharma (immorality), and Pragyaparadha is regarded to be the fundamental cause of Adharma (delinquency of wisdom). Rasayanatherapy, Panchkarama procedures, Sadvrit Paalan (codes of right conduct), and Aachara Rasayana (behavioural therapy) are all recommended for managing Janapadodhvamsa. Acharya Charak has suggested a list of appropriate conducts in the Charak Samhita that must be followed in order to maintain the balance between environment and self. Sadvritta provides thorough information on "what to do, what not to do, and how to live." Following the Ayurvedic code of proper behaviour is extremely useful in preventing disasters and keeping harmony between nature and the self.